Complete Works of Josephus (Illustrated)

By Josephus

Born in Jerusalem, Josephus was a man of high descent, who became learned in Jewish law and Greek literature. After defecting to Rome, he was granted citizenship and became an advisor to the Emperor Titus, serving as translator during the Siege of Jerusalem. Josephus’ works provide valuable insight into first century Judaism and the background of Early Christianity. Delphi’s Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical world, with both English translations and the original Greek texts. This comprehensive eBook presents Josephus’ complete works, with beautiful illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Josephus’ life and works
* Features the complete extant works of Josephus, in both English translation and the original Greek
* Concise introductions to the historical books and other works
* Includes William Whiston’s celebrated translations
* Excellent formatting of the texts
* Easily locate the works and sections you want to read with individual contents tables
* Provides a special dual English and Greek text, allowing readers to compare the sections paragraph by paragraph – ideal for students
* Features a bonus biography – discover Josephus’ ancient world
* Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genresPlease note: some Kindle software programs cannot display Greek characters correctly; however the characters do display correctly on Kindle devices.Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titlesCONTENTS:The Translations
WAR OF THE JEWS
ANTIQUITIES OF THE JEWS
AGAINST APIO
LIFE OF FLAVIUS JOSEPHUS
DISCOURSE TO THE GREEKS CONCERNING HADESThe Greek Texts
LIST OF GREEK TEXTSThe Dual Texts
DUAL GREEK AND ENGLISH TEXTSThe Biography
JOSEPHUS by Norman BentwichPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles

• Language: English
• Publisher: Delphi Classics
• Release date: Aug 11, 2015
• ISBN: 9781910630617

Reviews for Complete Works of Josephus (Illustrated)

[Kevin · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Could not read the book due to document conversion issue and no download. I have never seen this before, but why pay if I can't have access.

[Frank Marshall · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

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[dubiousdisciple · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I don’t know if this is a particularly good translation; I’ve nothing to compare it to, since I’ve never read any other. It’s not the translation I wish to promote, it’s the writings. Every Bible scholar, especially New Testament scholars, simply MUST read Josephus.Josephus was a Jewish historian who wrote his books during the same years that most of the New Testament was being written. That is, the latter three decades of the first century. Josephus was not particularly well-liked among Jews; he abused his governorship, he defected to the enemy when captured by the Roman legions, and he wrote his history of the war to present the Romans in a good light. Given to exaggeration, he taints nearly every chapter of his War of the Jews with self-glorification and political and religious aims. Yet, he remains our most important historian for the war of 67-70 CE, which proved to be the springboard for the spread of Christianity, and to be honest, it’s his personal agendas that make his writing so interesting.Oddly, as much as Josephus was hated, he became very important to Christians, because of his references to Jesus Christ. But scholars now doubt their authenticity. In one passage, the famed Testimonium Flavianum, Josephus names Jesus as the Messiah. Some through the centuries even claimed Josephus to be a Christian. (If you read my book about Revelation, you’ll come away with just the opposite opinion; Josephus may have played a surprising role in the story of Revelation!)This book contains all four of Josephus’ writings:The Jewish War, which describes the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple.The Life of Flavius Josephus, his own autobiography, which ends up as little more than a defense against the various attacks on his integrity during his governorship in Galilee.Jewish Antiquities, a Bible-driven history of the Jews from the beginning of time.Against Apion, a defense of Judaism.

[sumer1_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An interesting read about the history of the Jews from an actual historical Jew. The passage about Jesus Christ is incredible, and is quick proof of his historical existence. Well worth it for that alone.